• An Old World Christmas Glass Ornament

As the holiday season crescendos, this Green Trumpet Ornament from Old World Christmas is a sparkling symbol of joy. At 5.25 inches, with its gleaming gold exterior and vibrant green glitter accents, this glass ornament reflects a time-honored instrument and the music and merrymaking that go hand in hand.

Horns have long held a place of honor in the celebration. It was believed that their bold sounds could drive away malevolent spirits during the winter solstice, leading to noisy, jubilant festivals. In the 19th century, bands of horn-players would march through the streets, their music filling the air with good cheer and signaling the arrival of the holiday season.

Embracing this rich history, the Green Trumpet Ornament is a call to celebrate, to fill your home with the resonance of joy and the brightness of the season. Its glittering loop, like the bell of a real trumpet, seems ready to burst with song, transforming your living room into a hall of echoes from Christmas past.

This ornament is great for the musically inclined, it’s also fantastic for anyone who appreciates the beauty of time-honored holiday customs. It's as much a symbol of gathering and celebration as the evergreen tree it adorns. As you hang this beautiful piece, let herald the coming together of friends and family, the warmth of shared stories, and the harmonious melodies of Christmas.

Text on Old World hang tag: Horns are an important part of an old-fashioned Christmas. According to legend, loud noises frightened evil spirits away during the cold winter solstice, so festivals with noise making were popular. In the 19th century, bands of horn-players paraded through streets banishing all sorrow and welcoming Christmas.

Item #: 38019G